1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1969 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 BMW 2002 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2002 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1969 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2002 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
